College basketball: Lakeland gains standout commit

9:06 PM,
Jan. 1, 2013

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Sheboygan Press Media

Sam Murphy, a standout senior basketball player at Royall High School, will attend Lakeland College next fall and play basketball for the Muskies.

"I decided to attend Lakeland primarily because of the coaching staff and the winning program," said Murphy, who made his decision during the Christmas break. "The staff is extremely professional and caring. I also like what they have told me about Lakeland's plans to expand and grow as a college. I'm very excited to be a Muskie."

A four-year varsity starter at Royall (7-2, 3-0 Scenic Bluffs Conference this season), Murphy is closing in on the ...